embarrassments

noun

1. 1

   A state of discomfort arising from bashfulness or consciousness of having violated a social rule; humiliation.

2. 2

   A state of confusion arising from hesitation or difficulty in choosing.

3. 3

   A person or thing which is the cause of humiliation to another.

   “Kevin, you are an embarrassment to this family.”

4. 4

   A large collection of good or valuable things, especially one that exceeds requirements.

5. 5

   Impairment of function due to disease: respiratory embarrassment.

6. 6

   Difficulty in financial matters; poverty.